rascality
pronunciation
How to pronounce rascality in British English:
UK [ræs'kælɪtɪ]
How to pronounce rascality in American English:
US [ræs'kælətɪ]
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- Noun:
- the trait of indulging in disreputable pranks
- the quality of being a slippery rascal
- reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others
Word Origin
- rascality (n.)
- "low and vulgar people collectively," 1570s; "character of a rascal," 1590s, from rascal + -ity.
Example
- 1. Observers warn of the " rascality " of nigerian officials .
- 2. They combine commercial rascality with artistic touchiness and pettishness , without being either good businessmen or fine judges of literature .